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13 Calming Paint Colors Designers Use to Make Rooms Feel Soothing — And No, They're Not All Neutrals

Nature-inspired greens, plaster pinks, and even much richer tones —these paint shades set a calming base to any interior scheme

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I've Found an Easy (and Cost-Effective) Way to Add a Coffee Station to Your Countertop — This Clever Gadget Will *Literally* Elevate Your Set Up

Dare I say, a standing ovation is in order for this genius coffee nook accompaniment

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"It’s Like Being on Holiday" — This London Retreat Is Designed for Guests, and Its Owner, to Relax Like They're on Vacation

Designed for both nesting and hosting, and inspired by boutique hotels, this versatile Victorian home has playful surprises at every turn

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Bistro-Style Interiors Are the Design Trend That Makes Rooms Feel More Intimate — These Are the 3 Restaurants to Take Style Inspiration From

Move over, futuristic eateries: old-school charm is staging a comeback. Because sometimes, simply delicious food and a buzzy atmosphere are all you need to impress

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5 Hidden Costs of Kitchen Remodels That Not Enough People Know About — Yet Could Send Your Budget Totally Off Track

Cabinets, worktops, and appliances all budgeted for? Don't forget to account for these 5 less obvious kitchen essentials, too

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Wait, What Exactly Is a Conservatory-Style Shower? And Why This Trend Could Become the Next Spa Bathroom Staple

Taking inspiration from the Victorian-era home extension style, these showers have plenty of vintage-inspired charm

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10 Habits Interior Designers and Architects Want You to Adopt in Your 2026 Renovations

From starting with a masterplan to focusing on finishing details, these are the design habits the experts suggest you take on board for your next big project...

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8 Banquette Seating Design Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Built-ins and What Designers Say You Should Be Doing Instead

Avoid these rooky errors, with this advice from interior design experts, and enjoy more comfortable and stylish built-in seating

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How to Declutter Your Christmas Decorations When Taking Down Your Tree

Decluttering your Christmas decorations doesn't have to feel stressful or heartbreaking. It can start simply — at the moment you're taking down your tree

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I Had My Doubts This ‘Vacuum Sealing’ Gadget Would Be Worth the Cabinet Space, but It's Surprisingly Versatile and Will Definitely Help You Waste Less Food

This device (which you can also get built into your kitchen worktops) might seem the remit of professional chefs, but I reckon you'll use it way more than you think

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This Corner-Hugging Shelving Adds Much-Needed Storage, and Makes the (Typically Boring) Back of Your Sofa Look Way More Considered

Get the bespoke 'built-in' look, without having to hire a builder

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5 Things to See in Hong Kong for Design and Culture Inspiration — According to the Local Creatives of Studio Yellowdot

Designers Bodin Hon and Dilara Kan Hon give us a tour of the places they treasure most around their home

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This Wooden-Clad Kitchen in Yorkshire Feels Like an Alpine Chalet — It's a Masterclass in 'Cozy' Interiors

With floor-to-ceiling reclaimed oak cladding and plenty of cozy touches, this is exactly where I'd want to spend a winter's day

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Finally — I've Found a Comfortable Sofa Bed That's Also a Good-Looking Couch (and an Absolute Steal Right Now, at 20% Off)

I've reverse-engineered my research and worked out the sofa bed our readers shopped the most this year

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How to Choose Kitchen Flooring for Your 2026 Renovation Projects — What to Pick Based on Durability, Maintenance, and Good Looks

These kitchen flooring suggestions will help you choose surfaces that balance practicality and aesthetics, ensuring the space suits everyday life beautifully

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What Were the Most Popular Houseplants in 2025? According to These Experts, This Is What Everyone Was Growing This Year

This list reads as a who's who in the plant world this year, and the clear theme across the board was personality

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11 Resolutions to Set for Your 2026 Renovations to Make Them More Sustainable

How your green credentials can help make a renovation more efficient and more stylish...

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5 Style Tricks to Elevate Your Dining Room Into the Ultimate Party Setting — Inspired by the World's Most Extraordinary Restaurant Designs of 2025

Our lifestyle editor and avid eatery reviewer's edit of some of the newest foodie destinations to know across the globe shows you how to bring their atmosphere home

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Parisian Chic Meets NYC Cool in This Classic Apartment — It's Quiet Luxury at Its Best

Interior design studio Atelier RO created a layered scheme where contemporary pieces form a mood of understated elegance

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How High Should You Hang Art? I Consulted an Art Advisor, and They Told Me This Answer That I'm Always Going to Remember Going Forward to Get It Right

Turns out, hanging art can be an art in itself...

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Don't Ask AI, Ask an Interior Designer — Color Drenching, Limewash Paint, and How to Decorate With Black

Interior designer Amy Stoddart is this month’s interiors agony aunt, answering the questions we get asked the most

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Forget a Junk Drawer — Here's Why You Need a Junk Trunk (Plus, the Coolest Styles to Shop)

Blending modern materials with nostalgic design, these metal storage trunks feel like a fitting vessel for clutter and collectables

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This Color-Filled Polish Apartment Turns Architectural Quirks Into Design Highlights

Surprising color combinations and plenty of artistic details bring character and life to this townhouse apartment

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Cabinetry 101 — Frames, Doors, Hinges, and What Actually Matters When Planning Your Kitchen

A no-nonsense guide to the mechanics of kitchen cabinets and why the boring bits matter

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How to Safely Store Your Christmas Decorations Until Next Year — From the Tree to the Lights, Wreaths, and Ornaments

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